WATCH How To Knit EASY Diaper Cover (4 Righties)

To knit this simple and easy diaper cover (soaker) for 0-3 months old baby you need to know how to - cast on, knit stitch, purl stitch, increase, K2tog, P2tog and bind off. If you do, you can follow my video without any problem. It is a FAST knitting project because I used a bulky yarn.
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[@marinamarchese9876]

Excellent. 😍😍😍 Love the pattern and the method of instruction. Thank you for sharing

[@leanneviljoen6407]

Lovely pattern, thank you very much. Knitted 1st one and was so excited and started a 2nd one

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

You’re welcome 😊 Leanne - I am excited with you 👍👍🌹

[@cathy1430]

This is the first time I have seen someone knit like me..I did not know it was called continental. I find it much faster and firmer stitches. My mum taught me and her Norwegian grandmother taught her.

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

yes, I didn't know it either until I started knitting in the US -- enjoy your knitting :-)

[@bettygirlsboy]

Thank you so much for this pattern, I have looked for ages for one like this. So now I shall start knitting it . .

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

bettygirlsboy thank you for your kind words

[@krisregister6375]

I love this style of knitting! I subscribed so I can learn more! seeing you try "English style" reminds me of how I struggle trying to knit, lol. I've been crocheting my whole life, & your style of knitting is so similar to how I crochet; you make me want to try again to take up knitting. thank you! very well made video!

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Thank you Kris, yes my "English style" is not very elegant, but I can do it if I get my mind to it - haha... it is OK if people see that I am "struggling" because that can motivate them and we all together then create a better world... thank you and welcome... BTW - for three months I will not be uploading much of any projects (just some short videos that people can learn from) - I am taking classes at a college :-)

[@nataliesullivan2667]

This is a great video, very easy to follow along. Thanks so much for sharing this.

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

you are welcome

[@christianadventurefilms]

Thanks so much for this video. Our family is expecting our second grandchild in October so I'm knitting away :) Jen

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

ohhh, babies are precious - I hope it turns out well

[@HandiworksbyClyne]

May I know the knitting needle size ..Thanks for the pattern look so easy. GOD BLESS

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Hi Nichole - there is a link below the video to my blog with all the info 🌹

[@rsr4099]

I find knitting continental style easier also. Thank you for this video.

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

right? but I think the problem for people is to hold the pointer up in the air with yarn wrapped around it while trying to make a stitch - for beginners it is easier to put yarn down when inserting a knitting needle into the stitch and then taking the yarn back into their fingers and wrapping it around... 😉

[@midnightpassion43]

Oh my gosh, the way u purl, I've never seen that in any videos. WOW

[@midnightpassion43]

what if i'm using Red Heart Yarn, how many stitches do i cast on?

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

I am not sure - I think you need to do a swatch, measure it and then calculate the stitches and rows for the item. I didn't make this one from a #4 weight yarn... I made another one from #4 weight here is the free written pattern - handmade-rukodelky.blogspot.com/2015/09/soakers-holy-guacamole-free-pattern-for.html

[@midnightpassion43]

Thank you. I will check it out.

[@elaineburton9163]

Good video thank you for showing I will make this deeper pants

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Good luck 🍀 Elaine

[@ArzuSepeti]

Thank you too, I love it.

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

+Arzu Lifebula TY too

[@mollykediakedia6015]

Thankyou so much easy knitting diaper infact I made by your instructions

[@sandralundahl9760]

What size and what kind of yarn did you use and also what size on the needles? I'm new to knitting and I would live to try this one. Thanks!

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Hi Sandra - here you go (I usually put link in the description below the video) - handmade-rukodelky.blogspot.com/2015/05/knitted-diaper-cover-for-newborn-free.html

[@dreamitupforever15]

Hello! What is the gauge for this project? I LOVE this pattern and want to knit it so badly, but I can't seem to find #6 Super Bulky Yarn in 100% wool anywhere. I have found #5 Bulky Yarn in 100% wool, and I'd like to use it for this project. Thanks a million!

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Hi Chrisrtina - I used Lion Brand, Wool-Ease, Thick and Quick; super bulky; 80% acrylic, 20% wool; color of your choice, 5oz/140 g; 87 yds/80 m; per manufacturer 4 in x 4 in = 9 sts x 12 rows - hope this helps 🌸🌸🌸

[@dreamitupforever15]

Awesome! Thank you so much for replying and letting me know what kind you used! Did you find that it worked well for water resistance? I'm wanting to use these for a cloth diaper water resistant cover.

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

That is a great question - personally, I didn't use this diaper - I just designed it. However, this diaper is made from an absorbent fiber, so it will not be resistant to water, it will absorb it - so if you want to use it to stop leakage from cloth diaper it will not work. Imagine you wrap your sweater around the baby's diaper - it would not keep the leakage going through the sweater to other clothes. In the old days I grew up with cloth diapers and we used a diaper cover that had a soft plastic lining. Cloth diapers are designed to stop an excessive waste (too many plastic one time diapers end up in our oceans, rivers, land) 🍀

[@dreamitupforever15]

Thank you so much for explaining that to me! Yes, I totally agree. I truly, truly believe that cloth diapers are DEFINITELY the way to go - environmentally, financially, and healthily.💐

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

🌹🌹

[@tayhoni7159]

What size is this? Learning so much ❤

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Hi Tay - handmade-rukodelky.blogspot.com/2015/05/knitted-diaper-cover-for-newborn-free.html

[@tayhoni7159]

@@HandMadeRukodelky hi is this 0-3 months?

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Yes

[@deliciousbev]

Love the video! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️You so cute too! I cant wait for written pattern! I am getting lost with the increases! ;(

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

deliciousbev here you go - if you find an error, please let me know.... handmade-rukodelky.blogspot.com/2015/05/knitted-diaper-cover-for-newborn-free.html

[@risenqueen7751]

Anyone have a review for this style Diaper? Wanting to make it but want to know how well it works first. If you add lanolin to it does it work like the super expensive wool covers? I want to be able to use just a flat and liner on the inside then this

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Hello Princess, I am not sure what you mean about "adding lanolin", the diaper cover is supposed to act sort of like "pants" covering the diaper... if you have cloth diapers then I probably would use other pants that prevent leakage. The yarn is not super expensive, so it is not as soft as high-end yarn; lastly, this yarn is thick so the diaper cover is thick too. I hope this will somewhat answer your questions

[@risenqueen7751]

Bronislava 4 HandmadeRukodelky I know it’s more for decoration but was hoping I could use it as a wool cover but buying one is extremely expensive so I would rather just make one and make it waterproof with lanolin

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

I understand now - hmmm, not sure how that would turn out, but if you try it, please, let us know... if you have friends who are knitters and have 1/2 ball of leftovers then it is worth of trying....

[@risenqueen7751]

Bronislava 4 HandmadeRukodelky no harm in trying for sure! ❤️

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

thats a spirit - good luck and let me know if you try and if you do how it ends up 🍀🌹🌹

[@RandomVibes505]

Hi I love your video. For 1 year old baby how many stitches is need it please ? Thank you

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Hi Monika, you need to measure the baby around the waist - then add 2" for each overlapping side (= 4" total); then do a swatch and count how many sts in one inch. Multiply your stitches (in one inch) with total of your total measurement (waist in inches + 4 extra inches) - hope this helps

[@RandomVibes505]

Thank you for your replay . I will try to do that .

[@barbaradestephano7445]

I'm knitting the holy quacamole diaper cover but can't figure out the yarn over part where you unravel ONE yarn over to make hole bigger and then p2tog. Please help. Thanks

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Barbara, I am sorry I was traveling - you do a yarn over your knitting needle, then next two stitches get purled together (if you add 1 stitch, then we have to take a stitch away, so you have same # of stitches) - I hope this helps 🌸

[@drops.of.aysu.]

Hi, thanks a lot for this wonderful video. It is so helpful. I've just started knitting, your video encouraged me to try a diaper cover but I couldn't find a super bulky yarn.I found bulky yarn which advises to use 7mm needle. Do I need to increase stitches?

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

yes, you may have to increase by a few stitches - if you are knitting with thinner yarn, if the cover needs to be bigger or if you knit very tight stitches. Do a swatch test - to find out how many stitches you would need to cast on (measure the baby and then measure stitches per 4 inches - and compare) and then follow the video as an inspiration for increases/decreases. Good luck and let me know how it turns out 🍀🌹🌸

[@drops.of.aysu.]

thanks a lot :) if I can do it, I'll let you know

[@nana820able]

I love this pattern and am knitting it now. However I would like 3 to 6 months size. I can add 2 or 4 stitches which would make it wider but doesn't it need more rows so it's long enough? How would you recommend I determine rows for length? Thank you!!

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Hi nana, add few more rows in the waist area, and yes I would add 2-4 stitches for the width, depending on the size of the baby and depending on how loos/tight you knit - good luck 🍀

[@nana820able]

@@HandMadeRukodelky thank you so much and so quickly. He's almost 4 months and 12.5 pds. I'll use your directions.

[@zenergyoasis7333]

How much wool did you use for this project? Could I get 2 covers out of a single bundle of yarn?

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

I forgot if I used 1/2 or more of the ball - but most likely more than 1/2 the ball - I think you will need more yarn for 2 covers 🍀

[@johnkincaid70]

Greetings! I made your sleep sack and now am anxious to try my luck with your diaper cover! My grandson is wearing 12 month size though... Is this for newborn and if so do you have correction for size? With summer upon us I thought this would be a cute cover when crawling around with a onezie! Lovin your videos!

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

John Kincaid Thank u for your questions, however I will not be able to help anyone for another 4+ weeks because I went to visit my family I haven't seen in 10 years .... I am able to answer all the comments but not help out with making the bigger size

[@johnkincaid70]

Bronislava Slagle that is awesome!! Enjoy! I made one today and it is adorable! Looks a little on the big side and there are a few babies it may fit. Thank you so much for even taking the time away from your family to respond! I 'll post a pic on my Facebook if you want to see.. Deborah Lenz in lakewood nj!

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

What can I tell u - I love my knitting and crocheting virtual friends - and check my KZbin, G+, FB, twitter occasionally :) I took my drawing pens and notepad and I draw here and there. They would probably object to my knitting needles or hooks at the airport . So I am creating some art now. I am having a great time with my family - we had a reunion at the lake today - it was very nice

[@creationcrochetnanny8675]

Hello i what to make this for month baby can you tell.me how must cast on.plearse

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Hi Imitaz - if you are using a thick yarn as I used, I would probably cast on 4-8 stitches less then original cast on - depending how big is the baby

[@conniemanning609]

:( I don't know how to knit. I used to when I was in grade school but life got busy as I entered high school. My gram taught me. Now I only crochet but next month going to visit my sister and get basic stitch lessons. :)

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Connie Manning do not despair - when you will be able to find time it will happen... when I was very busy with my other life, I had no time to knit or crochet... now I can again... there are lot of gr8 videos for beginners from many dedicated knitters - you can watch their videos and one day it will click - Enjoy visit with your sister here is a playlist with some of my videos for beginners : kzbin.info/aero/PLKziL--y2iAUsGxUbM2Z0euxS20wwG1pf

[@conniemanning609]

Thank you very much :)

[@creationcrochetnanny8675]

Tbanks

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

👍

[@favh53]

Where is the actual pattern for this diaper cover/soaker?

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

favh53 I have never written the pattern - I made it as I knitted :-) But I am thinking about writing it down. When I am finished I will post it to my blog - so check in a few days at the following link - handmade-rukodelky.blogspot.com/

[@favh53]

Thank you. I'll look for it.

[@creationcrochetnanny8675]

For one years old

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

3-6 mos

[@creationcrochetnanny8675]

Is for one year old

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Hi Imitaz - actually since I made that video a long time ago, I checked again - the diaper cover is made of a thick yarn for 0-3 months old baby, it is not for a year old baby

[@creationcrochetnanny8675]

I no that i ask you i what to.make this for one year old how many i.must cast on

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

average waist measurement for 0-3 months old is 18 inches, average waist measurement for 1 year old is 20 inches... you need to add as many stitches as they fit into 2 extra inches - if you knit with super bulky yarn #6 you will need in that extra 5-6 stitches

[@mollykediakedia6015]

How many stitches for a newborn baby diaper cover

[@mollykediakedia6015]

Pls reply me early

[@HandMadeRukodelky]

Hi Molly - the easiest way it would be probably not to buy bulky yarn but use #4 worsted yarn, and smaller size needles (that are recommended on the yarn label) than I used in the video.